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Jill Lepore

These Truths: A History of the United States

Jill LeporeNonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2018

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Jill Lepore

These Truths

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

960

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 18th-21st centuries

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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These Truths by Jill Lepore is a comprehensive chronicle of American history, spanning from Christopher Columbus’s arrival in North America to the result of the 2016 election. Organized into four parts, the narrative examines political equality, natural rights, and people's sovereignty amidst foundational struggles, Civil War, industrialism, world wars, Cold War, and modern political discord. The narrative includes dispossession, enslavement, and colonialism.

Informative

Contemplative

Challenging

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.5

16,263 ratings

89%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

These Truths by Jill Lepore has been praised for its comprehensive and engaging narrative of American history, effectively blending political, social, and cultural analysis. Critics commend its readability and depth, though some note it occasionally oversimplifies complex issues. Overall, it is viewed as an ambitious and insightful work, ideal for both general readers and history enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read These Truths?

Readers who would enjoy These Truths by Jill Lepore are history enthusiasts, particularly those interested in a comprehensive, narrative-driven account of American history. Comparable to Howard Zinn's A People’s History of the United States and Ron Chernow's Alexander Hamilton, it's perfect for those seeking an engaging and critical exploration of America's past.

4.5

16,263 ratings

89%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

960

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 18th-21st centuries

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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